Originally Posted by
bikelver
The hard rock needs a new rear derailer, new chain, new tires (the tread on the tires is almost entirley gone) new wheels (the current ones are bent from a bad wipe out, and my riding style which used to be hard), and the brake pads need to be replaced
Even if $200 is accurate, it's certainly less than a new bike. That Hard Rock is only 3 years old! Unless there is a reason you want a different bike (my problem is hands going numb so I need a more upright geometry) you might want to reconsider a new bike and repair this one. Since you used to ride hard and need to rebuild anyway, go for the insanely strong build and enjoy the bike!
My $.02...